Science is the pursuit and application of knowledge and understanding of the natural and social world following a systematic methodology based on evidence.
Scientific methodology includes the following:
Cool Australia's stated brief is to educate young Australians for a sustainable future. The twin topics of sustainability and the environment are the basis for an extensive and thought-provoking collection of K-10 units of work. The Student Toolbox features video, news, fact sheets, research articles and pictures.
Origin Energy has developed this resource in order to encourage students to understand the concept of energy and ways in which to be energy efficient. The site has links to online resources.
CSIRO's forerunner, the Advisory Council of Science and Industry, was established in 1916. To mark this centenary, the CSIRO is celebrating the innovations that have impacted Australia's industries, society, and environment. Website content includes history, patents, inventions, scientists and exhibitions.
NASA: Climate Change looks at the issues, evidence, causes and effects relating to climate change. Current information is provided about key indicators of climate change and possible solutions. Content includes a sea-level viewer, footage from space, quizzes and a blog.
The school library has the science journals - Australasian Science, Cosmos, Mesa Journal, New Scientist and Resourcing SA available for loan.
Keep abreast of national & global issues relating to scientific, technological and environmental research & debate!
Articles may be photocopied for school use.
An interactive geology website which looks at the formation and characteristics of the three main types of rocks; sedimentary, metamorphic and igneous can be found here.